1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Seat Toledo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Seat Toledo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Toledo weights approximately 215 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2008 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | Giulia | Toledo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |